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DORDOGNE 101
With the eponymous river running through its heart, the Dordogne really is a treasure trove
when it comes to the hidden beauty of France. It’s got history, culture and tasty cuisine in
spades, and the landscapes offer breath-taking views and exciting activities in equal
measure.
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BY WHEELS
The Dordogne’s exquisite rural landscapes and generally quiet roads make driving an enjoyable experience. Car rental companies in the area include Europcar and Avis.
BY BIKE
The Dordogne has lots of scenic bike routes through the region and there is an almost a limitless selection of gorgeous villages in which to stop for rest and refreshments.
BY TAXI
There are several taxi companies operating in the Dordogne area. They operate through taxi ranks in and around the town centres and are available to call and pre book.
BY WATER
Its fairly easy to get to the Dordogne by ferry, options include coming into Caen ferry port or into the Calais ferry port, followed by a 6-9 hour drive depending what port you travel into.
BY AIR
Fly from the UK in to Bergerac or Bordeaux. Alternative airports include: Brive Vallée de la Dordogne, Perigueuxairport and Aurillac Tronquiere airport.
BY BUS OR TRAIN
Sarlat is the main public transport hub, with trains connecting it to other regional destinations. The Trans-Périgord network links main cities in the Dordogne and south Charente by bus.
TRANSPORT TALK
HIDDEN GEMS AND ACTIVITIES
Périgueux MarketRise early for the Périgueux Market and marvel at the sheer variety of foie gras, meat, cheese, fresh bread and just-picked fruit and vegetables for sale.
Vesunna Gallo-RomanThe fantastically laid-out Vesunna Gallo-Roman Museumallows its visitors to play archaeologist for the day!
Chateau des MilandesThe Chateau des Milandes manor house is a monument to Josephine Baker who once lived here. A museum inside pays homage to the singer’s intriguing life.
UrvalA sleepy, one-church hamlet surrounded by forest, Urval goes without mention in most guidebooks, but we think it’s worth a gander if only to experience its authentic charm.
LoubejacNight markets are an integral part of life here in the Dordogne. Join in on the fun at Loubejac’s evening fete. Eat, drink and be merry!
Milandesa monument to Josephine Baker who once lived here. A museum inside pays homage to the singer’s intriguing life.
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Hidden Gems
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Dotted throughout the Dordogne’s landscape are countless numbers of beautiful castles and Chateaus. Chateau de Castelnaud goes one better and has battle recreations for the family to enjoy.
Le Moulin de la Rouziquegives kids a hands on experience on how paper is made. A guide will walk your family through the paper-making process, you’ll even get the chance to help make a sheet.
Why not descend into the depths and visit some of the region’s impressive caves and grottoes? Try Cave of Font-de-Gaume, who will show you genuine cave paintings.
There are plenty of activities to enjoy on water and the scenery is breath taking. One of the most popular things to do is canoeing. Canoe France is a good place to start!
Let’s face it, water parks are kiddie heaven, Pack swimsuits, armbands and sunscreen and let your lot loose on the thrilling slides of Aux Etangs du Bos! It’s a summer day trip the whole family is sure to love!
Few landscapes are as pleasant to look down upon as the Dordogne.Montgolfières Du Périgord will take you on a magical journey through the skies and kids between 7-12 go on a reduced rate!
Float Through the Sky
TOP PICKS FOR KIDS
Dotted throughout the Dordogne’s landscape are countless numbers of beautiful castles and Chateaus. Chateau de Castelnaud goes one better and has battle recreations for the family to enjoy.
Le Moulin de la Rouziquegives kids a hands on experience on how paper is made. A guide will walk your family through the paper-making process, you’ll even get the chance to help make a sheet.
Why not descend into the depths and visit some of the region’s impressive caves and grottoes? Try Cave of Font-de-Gaume, who will show you genuine cave paintings.
There are plenty of activities to enjoy on water and the scenery is breath taking. One of the most popular things to do is canoeing. Canoe France is a good place to start!
Let’s face it, water parks are kiddie heaven, Pack swimsuits, armbands and sunscreen and let your lot loose on the thrilling slides of Aux Etangs du Bos! It’s a summer day trip the whole family is sure to love!
Few landscapes are as pleasant to look down upon as the Dordogne.Montgolfières Du Périgord will take you on a magical journey through the skies and kids between 7-12 go on a reduced rate!
Trebuchet Demos Descend the Depths
Best Canoeing Slip and Slide
Make Paper
Slip and Slide
Float Through the Sky
Trebuchet Demos
Make Paper
Descend the Depths
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There are loads of caves in and around the Dordogne, Gouffre de Padirac is a particularly dramatic example. The descent into the depths is truly impressive!
Dordogne is the ideal place to explore by bike! And If you don’t want to lug your own cycle over, there are plenty of hire places to choose from –Liberty Cycle are well worth taking a look at when it comes to hiring!
A time-honoured way of enjoying the best of the Dordogne is on the river and hiring a canoe is a great way to start! Try Canoe Roquegeoffre Port D’Enveaux they will even tell you what routes to take!
Cave Adventures Go for a Spin Paddle the Dordogne
The charmingly rustic French market is not to be missed. Have a poke about to find everything from antiques to local delicacies. Sarlat Market is all about the food, so head along to stock up your villa kitchen!
There are loads of French mansion houses and country estates to be explored! JardinEyrignac opens its beautiful gardens to visitors, along with a number of workshops for visitors to enjoy.
With theatre, opera, music and film, there’s bound to be something that you’ll find entertaining and enlightening. For something a little risqué, try the cabaret shows at Le Music Hall.
Market Delights Garden Stroll Cabaret Time
CROWD PLEASER: BEST ACTIVITIES
There are loads of caves in and around the Dordogne, Gouffre de Padirac is a particularly dramatic example. The descent into the depths is truly impressive!
Dordogne is the ideal place to explore by bike! And If you don’t want to lug your own cycle over, there are plenty of hire places to choose from –Liberty Cycle are well worth taking a look at when it comes to hiring!
A time-honoured way of enjoying the best of the Dordogne is on the river and hiring a canoe is a great way to start! Try Canoe Roquegeoffre Port D’Enveaux they will even tell you what routes to take!
The charmingly rustic French market is not to be missed. Have a poke about to find everything from antiques to local delicacies. Sarlat Market is all about the food, so head along to stock up your villa kitchen!
There are loads of French mansion houses and country estates to be explored! JardinEyrignac opens its beautiful gardens to visitors, along with a number of workshops for visitors to enjoy.
With theatre, opera, music and film, there’s bound to be something that you’ll find entertaining and enlightening. For something a little risqué, try the cabaret shows at Le Music Hall.
Paddle the Dordogne
Cave Adventures
Go for a Spin
Market Delights Garden Stroll
Cabaret time
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Périgueux
Sarlat
Bergerac
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Bergerac Wine Tours are great if you want to learn more about the region’s wine making heritage –they’ll even pick you up from your villa and take you around selected vineyards and wineries in the region.
La Pate a Max is Ideal if you fancy a change from the standard French fare – its speciality is homemade pasta in a range of mouth-watering sauces, vegetarian options are also available.
Restaurant L’Essential is a compact Michelin-approved restaurant and is a fantastic starting point for gourmands who want to sample first-rate French food and sensational wines under the same roof!
MG Burger is far from your average burger joint. You can enjoy French twists on the beefy staple including foie gras and gambas. Bread for the burgers is baked and kneaded in-house daily.
Restaurant L’Essential Dishes to Try
Want to take some of the South of France’s cuisine back ? Le Chèvrefeuille Cookery School will take you on a market tour to grab some ingredients before teaching you their cooking secrets.
MG Burger
FOODIE FINDS
The local goat’s cheese is known as cabécou and well worth sniffing out. Dine out on magret de canard (pan-fried duck breast from the Moulard breed)The Dordogne is also famous for its walnuts!
Bergerac Wine Tours are great if you want to learn more about the region’s wine making heritage –they’ll even pick you up from your villa and take you around selected vineyards and wineries in the region.
La Pate a Max is Ideal if you fancy a change from the standard French fare – its speciality is homemade pasta in a range of mouth-watering sauces, vegetarian options are also available.
Want to take some of the South of France’s cuisine back ? Le Chèvrefeuille Cookery School will take you on a market tour to grab some ingredients before teaching you their cooking secrets.
Restaurant L’Essential is a compact Michelin-approved restaurant and is a fantastic starting point for gourmands who want to sample first-rate French food and sensational wines under the same roof!
MG Burger is far from your average burger joint. You can enjoy French twists on the beefy staple including foie gras and gambas. Bread for the burgers is baked and kneaded in-house daily.
The local goat’s cheese is known as cabécou and well worth sniffing out. Dine out on magret de canard (pan-fried duck breast from the Moulard breed)The Dordogne is also famous for its walnuts!
Le Chèvrefeuille
La Pate a Max
Bergerac Wine Tours
La Pate a Max
MG Burger
Bergerac Wine Tours
Restaurant L’Essential
Le Chevrefeuille
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Périgueux
Sarlat
Bergerac
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